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M978 XHC

2002 Mitsubishi Pejero

Silver Petrol 2830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

191,707 mi
Last recorded191,707 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2010
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Pejero123,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM978 XHC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPejero
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,830cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2010 191,707 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 184,144 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 184,144 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2008 182,261 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 182,261 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all suspension rubber bushes deteriorated but not excessive movement

slight corrosion to chassis

Pass 19 Nov 2007 174,362 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 174,362 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight play both front lower shock abs bushes

unable to test centre rear seat belt

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Pejero?

Based on 2,873 MOT tests across 254 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,987
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 237
fog lamp not working 118
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 91
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 73
Registration plate lamp not working 70
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M978 XHC is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pejero in Silver with a 2,830cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Pejero models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 123,408 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Pejero fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M978 XHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Pejero typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Pejero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M978 XHC registered?

M978 XHC is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pejero, first registered on 8 November 2002.

Is M978 XHC safe to buy?

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